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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Balcony
Books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Ramon, Alajuela Province
  • San Ramon Municipal Market
    8 min drive
  • San Ramon Nonato Church
    8 min drive
  • San Ramon Museum
    8 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    145 min drive

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About the area

Santiago

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Santiago, within a 10-minute drive of San Ramon Municipal Market and San Ramon Nonato Church. .This apartment is 26.8 mi (43.2 km) from Poás Volcano National Park and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Parque Central.

What's nearby

  • San Ramon Municipal Market - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • San Ramon Nonato Church - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • San Ramon Museum - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Parque Central - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Iglesia de San Ramón - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Jardín - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante La Ostra - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Benz San Ramón - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Leños - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury 2-Story, Spectacular Ocean & Mountain Views, Central to Costa Rica Sites

See also the reviews for Casita Vivace (VRBO #991709).

PRIVATE WITH LUSH SURROUNDINGS. Hacienda Vivace and this rental, Vista Vivace, are located on the outskirts of San Ramón in the quaint and secure area called Magallanes, a mix of Costa Rican and expat residents. It sits at the end of a private, quiet country lane on 5 private acres of lush gardens and semi-tropical landscape, rolling mountains and coffee fields, overlooking the Pacific Ocean's Bay of Nicoya. The Hacienda is a spectacular, newly completed contemporary Spanish main home with the Vista Vivace apartment at its side.

This NEW, beautiful and spacious, luxury 2-story apartment has a view from every room. It is custom-designed with 1500 square feet that includes second story patio, living room, dining room, full kitchen, and ground floor master queen bedroom, full bathroom, laundry and covered car port. The house is fully furnished inside and outside and all utilities, high-speed 6G internet, and covered private parking are included. Breakfast is offered upon request at an additional cost. Please reference the detailed reviews for Vista Vivace's sister property, Casita Vivace VRBO #991709, to get an idea of the beauty, quality, and management style of the Hacienda's rental properties.

STUNNING VIEWS, WORKING COFFEE PLANTATION, PERFECT CENTRAL LOCATION. The Pacific Highlands where we live is the heartland of Costa Rica with truly awe-inspiring coastal and mountain views, stunning sunsets, year-around weather in the seventies, historic culture, and wonderfully warm people. And San Ramón is the ideal central location to easily go to the airport, beaches, volcanoes, rainforests, and hot springs as well as cultural attractions like San Jose's Little Theater Group and the infamous Teatro Nacional.

Vista Vivace will give you the chance to experience the real Costa Rica and ‘Pura Vida’ lifestyle, while enjoying the modern luxuries of a beautiful North American style home. We're located at the end of a private country lane on a working plantation that overlooks the Bay of Nicoya. You can bask in the early morning sunshine with your coffee or enjoy evening cocktails and sunset right from your private patio.

Pick up fresh fruit and vegetables at the weekly outdoor market in historic San Ramon just 5 minutes away, drive to one of the local waterfalls and splash in the pools, visit an orchid garden or sugar cane factory, or launch a day of site seeing to volcanoes, the beaches, zoo, animal rescue center, one of many hot springs, canopy tour, or an evening at Teatro Nacional for symphony or ballet.

PERFECT DRIVING DISTANCE TO COSTA RICA SITES. The Hacienda is 45 minutes from the San Jose International Airport and central driving distance to the most memorable experiences of Costa Rica. Within 90 minutes are attractions such as Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls and Gardens, La Fortuna hot springs, Lake Arenal, Carrera National Rainforest, Sarchi, Puntarenas, Zip-Lining, Butterfly Farms, Animal Rescue Centers, Manual Antonio Biological Reserve, and much more. The nearest beach is just a 30 minute drive away and part of a national rainforest, where capuchin monkeys come down from the trees to join you for lunch. We can help you with arrangements to ensure you experience the best of Costa Rica.

QUAINT VILLAGE OF SAN RAMON. The Hacienda is 5 minutes by car from San Ramon, a 'muy tranquilo' provincial town of 20,000 that welcomes travelers with a graceful sense of pride and slow pace of life. Known as the City of Presidents and Poets, San Ramon has been home to four Presidents and many of the literary leaders of Costa Rica. The town itself offers it all -- from restaurants and cafes, to museums and art studios, a 3-cinema theater, supermarkets and shops, a major hospital and the University of Cost Rica.

A HEARTY BREAKFAST TO START YOUR DAY. Breakfast can be served at an additional cost, with fresh local fruit, homemade pastry, granola and local coffee, followed by a main breakfast dish.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this apartment include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Nancy Sperry and Andy Robinson

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Luxury 2-Story, Spectacular Ocean & Mountain Views, Central to Costa Rica Sites Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emrick
the property was beautiful, the views amazing, host very helpful with computer technical difficulties and kind enough to take us to town to show us the best shopping places and farmers market.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures say it all
Luxury is accurate….tile, granite, hardwood throughout, huge deck with all the furniture, all necessary applicances, washer too. Very clean and everything worked, internet was very stable. Andy and Nancy were great and live right on the site. We used this unit as a base for travel to the volcanos and waterfalls and day trips all over everywhere. Be sure to be home by 5 for those sunsets.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Peterborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Our first glimpse from the second floor kitchen / living room / terrace set the stage for a glorious two week stay. The view from the wall of windows overlooking the valley and Bay of Nicoya is jaw dropping. Pictures don’t do it justice. Nancy and Andy are welcoming, kind, and generous hosts. We felt like we were visiting friends. Add in warm days and perfectly cool nights, easy access to groceries and other necessities, and a wealth of possibilities to explore and this property is a true treasure.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Top shelf, Andy and Nancy are the pr
Do not hesitate to to rent here. Quiet, breathtaking views, absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views!
The place was clean, beautiful setting, and wonderful hosts. The dinner in their amazing home was delicious. I can’t wait to come again !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta M., Fishers

Liked: Cleanliness
30 Wonderful Days And More to Come
The apartment is new, clean and spacious and the views from the living level and terrace are out of this world. We stayed for one wonderful month (January) and are returning for another 5 weeks in March. The apartment is on a quiet dirt road, has wonderful north wind breezes, and many birds on property. Route 1 is a three minute drive and San Ramon, another 4 minutes. Andy and Nancy are wonderful hosts and Andy is a fantastic chef (be sure to request a special dinner or breakfast)! I would, and will return!!
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Madison, WI. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful apartment, convenient to San Ramon
Nancy and Andy are wonderful hosts for the apartment adjacent to their home in a beautiful neighborhood just outside of San Ramon (just off Hwy 1.). They are gracious hosts who willingly share their love of the area and their story about their move to Costa Rica. The apartment is modern and very comfortable, and the views of the valley and even the Pacific in the distance are beautiful. We would highly recommend this stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

George N.

Most enjoyable stay...
Nancy and Andy are great from the moment we entered the property. Very helpful in all ways and always attentive to our needs, which was mostly directions to places near San Ramon or things to do with the property. Andy is soooooo laid back and extremely helpful. He offered to take us into San Ramon to the market when we arrived. Our unit had everything a home would need, and lacked nothing. We felt secure in the time we spent at the property. The property is worth the drive, and we hope to stay here again in the future when visiting this part of the country. Thank you Nancy and Andy for a very enjoyable and relaxing stay. ..see you again. George and Helen (Burlington, on. Canada)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

MaryLou H.

Wonderful place to spend a week, a month or a year!
Love love love it!!! This is our third time to Costa Rica and we are very glad that we met Nancy and Andy. Their apartment was perfect for us. The views of the ocean are outstanding. Many a happy hour was spent on the patio. We are walkers so we really enjoyed the challenge of walking up the hill to the autopista was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Garry W., Palmetto, Florida

Enjoyed our stay for the month
Things we really liked about the apartment: *Owners are great communicators and were eager to please us before and during our stay. They provided an excellent guest guide upon our arrival, which really helped us maximize our month in Costa Rica! *The location is central to all the main areas that most people want to visit e.g. La Paz Waterfall, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and many beaches. San Ramon has a lot to offer on its own including several nice restaurants. *The apartment is in very nice condition and the view is absolutely beautiful… the sunsets are incredible. Improvement opportunities: *There is no AC in the unit, so letting in a breeze is critical to being able to sleep. It was very difficult to sleep in the bedroom, which is on the ground floor, due to not being able to open the windows at night to let a breeze in. If you do open the windows and leave the shades down for privacy, which is needed with a first-floor bedroom that is right on a road, they blow all over the place and make a lot of noise. This could be rectified if the owners install shades that won’t blow in the wind, preferably room darkening for sleep. It would also be helpful if they put screens on the windows for night time use, as the bugs do come in when the lights are on. *The owners, who live in the unit above this apartment, have 3 dogs. Unfortunately, they proceeded to bark almost every morning when other neighbors walked their dogs past the apartment. The dogs are often out on the deck right above the apartment looking down onto the apartment patio area. If you are an early riser, this won’t be a big deal, but we like to sleep in so this didn’t work well for us. *Internet service was poor and not available for many full days and parts of other days. For us this was a major inconvenience since we use the Internet for everything: phone calls, TV shows, movies, business communication, blogging, downloading maps, etc. We had to leave the apartment many days and go to restaurants and coffee shops with wifi to get anything done. Maybe for others this won’t be a big deal, but for us it took a whole point off our rating. *There was no microwave or clothes dryer as listed in the rental amenities. There was also no TV (not advertised), but generally expected by most travelers. *Despite these issues, we would have rated our visit as a 4 if the Internet had worked as the 6G network that was advertised.
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

jimmie b.

Very nice
Great place to go and relax. The owners are very nice helped us out alot due to me not doing enough to perpare for the trip. Great view nice weather and the place is very nice clean and new. Thanks Andy and Nancy good luck in the future
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018